What is Electrical Energy Engineering

Electrical energy engineering involves the generation of electrical energy, often using alternative energy sources, its control, using power electronic converters to change voltage and frequency, and its application in industry, transport and the home. To see examples in alternative energy projects, sky-diving simulation, production of film props, pavement laying, stell manufacture and lots more, click on the links to the right.


What is the E3 Academy

The E3 Academy supports the development of young people interested in challenging and well-paid careers in leading UK engineering companies. As well as holding scholarships at the participating universities, our E3 scholars are supported with vacation work placements, summer schools and company mentoring, leading to employment after graduation.


A Career in Electrical Energy Engineering

After graduation, former E3 scholars are able to follow a very wide range of career paths with their sponsoring companies, as illustrated by these profiles:

Natalie Gristwood: Newcastle University, Siemens Digital Industries, 2018

Adam Holmes: Newcastle University, Siemens Digital Industries, 2013

Ed Peate: University of Nottingham, Control Techniques, 2016

Erin Revie: Newcastle University, Control Techniques, 2018

Joe Richardson: Newcastle University, Control Techniques, 2017

Charles Tivey: University of Nottingham, Siemens Digital Industries, 2012

and as a bonus click here to watch Natalie's winning entry for Siemens Apprentice of the Year